Popular Baby Names 1947

Classic names that peaked in 1947 — now making a comeback.

200 names888 girl396 boy

These 1947 names are having a revival — vintage names often cycle back into popularity after 80–100 years. Many of these are trending upward right now.

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Crown or Garland

Son of the king

A surname of English origin, meaning 'hard village'.

From the name of the French-born American naval officer Stephen Decatur, symbolizing bravery and honor.

lively, energetic

The name Esiquio is derived from the Greek name 'Ezekiel,' meaning 'God strengthens.'

A modern variation influenced by the name Jamel, which is of Arabic origin meaning 'beautiful'.

Derived from the name Robert, meaning 'bright fame'.

famous ruler or wealthy

A beloved name with deep roots

Free man, strong man.

valley with a glen

YHWH is exalted

glory of the people

a variant of the Old English name Tild, meaning 'people's ruler'.

Rule with counsel

Usual English, German and Dutch form of DENIS.

bright or famous filled with brightness

from the land of the court

a blend of names like Arlen and Lester, suggesting noble origin

Strong ruler, mighty power

resolute protector

Dark and proud.

Derived as a diminutive of Edward, meaning 'wealthy guardian'.

Of the land of the ferns

From the land of the kings.

a variant of the name Jerris

wagon maker; one who builds carts

From the meadow near the river

a combination of Ray and 'nella', meaning 'counselor or protector'

Who is like God?

from the thicket

God's promise; God's pledge

From the lake ford.

Strong as a boar

To read or one who reads.

of uncertain origin; may be linked to 'Wilsey' as a place name.

God is gracious

Diminutive form of 'Bernadette', meaning 'brave as a bear'

Variant of Lerman, which means a farmer or one who works the land

Noble and adventurous

Variant of Shirley, meaning 'bright clearing' or 'bright meadow'

Cold stream or river

Short form of CASSANDRA, CASSIDY, and other names beginning with Cass.

Noble and ready; prepared for battle

Land clearing or meadow

little 'round' one or small circle

Thunder mountain

son of the servant of the church

From the land of the roe deer

to give, to present

Stylish or fashionable

Variant of Charles, meaning 'free man'.

Possibly an elaboration of the name 'Elanor,' meaning 'sun star'.

Diminutive of LAURENCE (1). A notable bearer is former basketball player Larry Bird (1956-).

A surname turned first name, originating from a place name meaning 'the dwelling near the Tazewell River'

a form of Gerald, meaning 'ruler with a spear'

God is gracious

Variation of the name 'Vann' or 'Vance'; often meaning 'from the marsh'.

Broom clearing or meadow near the broom

The name Onzie is believed to be a variation of the name Onzie and is often seen as a modern or unique name without a sp

God is my judge

A meaningful name with English roots

fort by the Teda river

a variant of 'Levan'

A valley or river valley

From the Daveney estate

A beloved name with deep roots

Short form of MICHAEL.

from Laurentum, a place of laurel trees

song or poem of joy

Derived from the name Daryl, meaning 'beloved' or 'dearly loved'.

Light, clear, bright.

A beloved name with deep roots

keeper of the yard, protector

Wealthy or prosperous

Distinctive or renowned

Variant of Duane, meaning 'swarthy or dark'.

from the oak grove

From Laurentum; laurel or sweet bay tree

from Pons, a town

A surname meaning 'one who lives by the pit' or 'pit-dweller', derived from Old English.

An invented variation of the word ‘prince’, often symbolizing nobility and royalty.

One who is free

a variant of Rainbow

From the Lenwood valley

from the town of Beldon

God is my judge

Scottish Gaelic

A name associated with a shepherd or pastoral themes.

From the Greek origin meaning 'sacred' or 'hallowed'

The one who is dark-skinned or Moorish.

A beloved name with deep roots

meaning 'joyful' or 'rejoicer'

derived from the name 'Dennis', meaning 'follower of Dionysius'

A strong with a spear, derived from the name Gerald.

A name meaning 'bell' in Korean

שָׁרוֹן, meaning 'a plain' or 'a song'

peaceful pledge

from the Latin 'presidens', meaning 'president' or 'to preside'

Bearer of Christ

A beloved name with deep roots

Brave as a lion

connotation of strength

Italian, Spanish

The one who is loved; a place of love